Natural skincare for baby
Eight of the best all-natural skincare products for top to toe.
When it comes to choosing products we’re happy to use on our precious little one’s delicate skin, more and more of us are turning to Mother Nature. But good intentions do not a wonderful product make. You have to back it up with sound research, quality assured ingredients and faith that they’ll do the job they promise.
Here are eight products we believe tick all the boxes. There’s a product for every part of the body, and many of them score bonus points for having more than one use. And we’re all for multi-tasking.
Opting to go natural is not only beneficial for the health of your family, but also of the planet. And we’re proud to say that many home-grown companies are leading the charge. So come on, gently does it!
ecostore baby sleepytime bath
$9.95, ecostore.co.nz
A capful in baby’s bath will keep skin soft and baby relaxed. And rest assured it’s also safe to reuse the bath water on your garden and in septic tanks.
Made4Baby botty barrier crème
$15.95, made4baby.co.nz
Not just for baby’s derrière, but also for insect bites, chicken pox and those dry ‘mummy hands’ you get from changing loads of nappies.
Koala Baby insect repellant
$43, koalababyorganics.co.nz
Using at least 99.4% certified organic ingredients this all-natural spray has a yummy blend of essential oils to help keep all the family safe from pesky bugs.
Baby organics baby powder
$16.25, ecostore.co.nz
While not scientifically proven, there is some thought that talcum powder can cause ovarian cancer, so this cornstarch alternative provides peace of mind.
Absolute Essential chest care cream
$39.95, absoluteessential.com
A great alternative to petroleum based products, simply rub on baby’s chest to help ease snuffles. For baby’s under one, mix with sweet almond oil.
Happy Little Poppets nourishing baby oil
$17.90, nzskincareco.com
Gently rubbing oil over your just bathed baby is a wonderful way to bond. This one is packed with healing jojoba, calendula and sweet almond oil.
Little Bairn milk and honey bath soak
$19.95, andtheylivedgreen.co.nz
Made with organic oatmeal it’s ideal for eczema and even chicken pox. Mums can also use it as a relaxing soak after having baby.
Dimples Organic softest baby lotion
$14.99, dimples.co.nz
Dimples is a brand you can absolutely rely on for quality and its 100% certified organic skincare range is no exception. Plus, it smells de-lish.
Eight of the best all-natural skincare products for top to toe.
When it comes to choosing products we’re happy to use on our precious little one’s delicate skin, more and more of us are turning to Mother Nature. But good intentions do not a wonderful product make. You have to back it up with sound research, quality assured ingredients and faith that they’ll do the job they promise.
Here are eight products we believe tick all the boxes. There’s a product for every part of the body, and many of them score bonus points for having more than one use. And we’re all for multi-tasking.
Opting to go natural is not only beneficial for the health of your family, but also of the planet. And we’re proud to say that many home-grown companies are leading the charge. So come on, gently does it!
